HD 2180 - Human Development: Adulthood and Aging

(D-HE, KCM-HE, SBA-HE)

Fall. 3 credits. Student option grading.

Prerequisite: HD 1150 or HD 1170 or PSYCH 1101 (recommended, not required).

C. Loeckenhoff.

Introduces students to theories and research in adult development and aging. Describes biological, psychological and social changes from early through late adulthood. Identifies strategies to promote healthy aging at the individual and societal level.

Outcome 1: Describe age-related changes in different aspects of functioning from early adulthood into old age.

Outcome 2: Understand key theoretical frameworks in life-span development.

Outcome 3: Appreciate multi-disciplinary perspectives on adult development and aging.

Outcome 4: Identify open questions and new directions in the field of gerontology.